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Sokcho, South Korea
Gangwon-do · South Korea
Sokcho is a mid-size city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 81,164. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Sokcho
Sokcho is a city and major tourist hub located in the northeast of the South Korean province of Gangwon.
People
Climate
| Population | 81,164 |
| Population Density | 1,997 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.2070°, 128.5918° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Gangwon-do |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.6 inches (1,286 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
About Sokcho
Sokcho is a mid-size city in South Korea (Gangwon-do) with a population of 81,164. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Sokcho
Sokcho has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1631 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 40.6 sq mi (105.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,997/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2070°N, 128.5918°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (111 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
Sokcho has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Sokcho
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dongdeok Womans University | University | — | — |
| Dongguk University | University | — | — |
| Gangwon University | University | — | — |
| Gyeongdong University | University | — | — |
| Korea Open University | University | — | — |
| 경동대학교 설악 제2캠퍼스 | University | — | — |
Schools in Sokcho
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seorak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 속초청해학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Cheongbong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Joyang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jungang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokcho Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyodong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Josan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokcho High School | — | — | — | — |
| Seolak High School | — | — | — | — |
| Soya Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokcho Haerang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Sorak Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Ganghyeon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokcho Girls' High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongnang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Onjeong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cheongdae Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seol-on Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokcho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cheongho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Daepo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 경동대학교 설악URIE제2캠퍼스 | — | — | — | — |
| Ganghyeon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoeryong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sokcho
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sokcho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beoseos Museum | ||||
| Hwajinpoyeoksaanbo Exhibition Hall | ||||
| National Mountain Museum | ||||
| Osalliseonsayujeok Museum | ||||
| Osan to prehistoric Museum | ||||
| Pinodia | ||||
| Sokcho Buddhism Exhibition Hall | ||||
| 발해역사관 | ||||
| 속초시립박물관 | ||||
| 신흥사 유물전시관 |
Libraries in Sokcho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheonbok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Daepo Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dongu University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dongu University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duranno Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| KCC스위첸 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| Seorak Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sokcho Children Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sokcho City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sokcho City Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sokcho Education & Culture Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Sokcho Education & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yangyang Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sokcho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sokcho Sashimi Centre | |||||
| Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market | |||||
| 난전활어시장 |
Hotels in Sokcho
50 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sokcho
88 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sokcho
53 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sokcho
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sokcho
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Sokcho
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sokcho
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sokcho
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sokcho
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sokcho
7 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sokcho
29 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sokcho
21 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sokcho
8 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sokcho
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sokcho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sokcho
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pheonix Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yongpyong Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Alpensia Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Alps Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sokcho
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yangyang International Airport | YNY | Large Airport |
| Gangneung Airport (K-18) | KAG | Medium Airport |
| G 417 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-405 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-406 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-412 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-413 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-414 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-419 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-420 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imdang-ri Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kojo Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kumgang Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kuum-ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yanggu (G-404) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sokcho
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ganghyeon Post Office | |
| Gyodong Post Office | |
| Hyeondae Postal Agency | |
| Sok Primary School Dong Post Office | |
| Sokcho Joyang Post Office | |
| Sokcho Post Office | |
| Yangyang Post Office | |
| 속초모래기우편취급국 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sokcho
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Best Church | |
| Bogwang-sa Temple | |
| Cheongho-dong Catholic Church | |
| Joyang Holiness Church | |
| Joyang Methodist Church | |
| Naksansa | |
| Seorakdong Catholic Church | |
| Sinheungsa Temple | |
| Sokcho Sung-Kwang Methodist Church | |
| Wontongbojeon Hall | |
| 대포교회 | |
| 속초갈릴리교회 | |
| 속초중앙성결교회 |
Explore Near Sokcho
Quick Facts
Around Sokcho
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sokcho
7 places within 15 km
- • Cheonjin Beach
- • All over view SNP
- • Mountains view STP
- • Panoramic view point
- • Top view of the south
- • Viewpoint from bridge over the city and mountains
- + 1 more
🇰🇷 About South Korea
Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sokcho
What is the population of Sokcho?
Sokcho has a population of 81,164 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,997 people per square mile, spread across 40.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sokcho?
Sokcho has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.